2011 Nissan Murano vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 676 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Murano | 1974 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Murano | Capri |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1821 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4823 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2570 mm |
